Warrior I
A strong forward-facing lunge with your arms overhead that builds leg strength and opens the front of your back hip.
BeginnerNo equipmentLow impactSuggested: 30 sec per side
How to do it
- Step one foot forward into a long stance and turn your back foot out about 45 degrees.
- Keep your back heel down and square your hips toward the front.
- Bend your front knee until it is over your ankle.
- Reach your arms overhead with your palms facing each other and breathe, then switch sides.
Work one side, then switch. Timed sets run once per side.
Form tips
- Press firmly through the outer edge of your back foot.
- Shorten your stance if your back heel lifts.
Muscles worked
QuadsGlutesHip flexorsShoulders